The Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities distributes a number of newsletters from its various partners and departments. Use the filtering options below to browse a publication archive dating back to 2020.
August 2022 Inclusive Community Events
A list of inclusive family events happening around the area in the month of August.
The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) is excited to announce that federal approval has been received to proceed with an investment by Ohio's county boards of developmental disabilities to support the direct support professional (DSP) workforce.
The Board is excited to announce the new “Providers Wanted” page on our site, a centralized location where individuals seeking providers are regularly added and providers can search by funding or service type.
At its June 26 meeting, the Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities recognized 3 Substitute Service and Support Specialists who have really stepped in and provided continuity of care for individuals without an SSA.
Last week DODD announced the formation of a new statewide taskforce, largely composed of the state's executive agencies to address the workforce shortage.
A group of researchers, including a professor in the University of Toledo Disability Studies program, is recruiting for focus groups to talk about accessible news for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
The Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities will host an Employment Fair on June 7 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at its Larc Lane Training Center at 1155 Larc Lane in Toledo
The Ohio State University Nisonger Center is asking for help in recruiting adults with ID/DD and Mental Health Disability for their Building Bridges project.
Free Eye Exam, Glasses for Underserved Individuals
America's Best Contacts and Eyeglasses is on a mission to provide better vision to 30,000 individuals in need across the country by the end of this year!
This year, why not do some good along with your spring cleaning? On May 20 and 21, you can support the Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities FANS Network when you donate your gently used goods at participating Goodwill locations.
This year, why not do some good along with your spring cleaning? On May 20 and 21, you can support the Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities FANS Network when you donate your gently used goods at participating Goodwill locations.